Set inside Enniskillen’s restored Buttermarket courtyard, Fallguy Records brings a dedicated vinyl presence to one of Fermanagh’s best-known independent shopping spots. The shop sits at Unit 13, surrounded by artists, makers, galleries, craft traders and Rebecca’s Coffee Shop, giving a record-hunt here a distinctly local, creative backdrop.
Background / History
Fallguy Records is run by Michael Fallis, who turned a long-standing interest in records into a full-time business after previously working as a Balcas machine operator. Before opening the Buttermarket shop, he sold vinyl from a weekend stall at Enniskillen Market, gradually building the idea into a permanent home for collectors and casual browsers alike. Fermanagh Enterprise records list Fallguy Records as the Unit 13 holder from December 2023, marking its arrival as part of the Buttermarket’s mix of small independent businesses.
What You’ll Find
The focus is firmly on records, with vinyl at the heart of the shop’s identity. The selection is broad rather than narrow, with stock suited to different tastes and levels of collecting, from familiar album staples to more unusual finds. Customer feedback highlights vinyl, CDs, T-shirts and small accessories, while the shop’s wider reputation points towards a carefully chosen, varied stock rather than a purely mainstream offer. Mentions of rare classical pressings, cult rock albums and offbeat discoveries fit the sense of a shop where the next crate might throw up something unexpected.
Experience / Atmosphere
Fallguy Records has the feel of a shop shaped by personal enthusiasm. Browsing is unhurried, conversation is part of the experience, and visitors can expect knowledgeable, friendly help when looking for a particular artist, era or sound. Its Buttermarket setting adds to the pleasure of the visit: rather than being a quick in-and-out stop, it sits within a courtyard of independent makers and small traders, making it easy to combine record shopping with a wider wander through Enniskillen’s creative quarter.
Why Visit
- Independent record shop in Enniskillen’s Buttermarket courtyard
- Run by owner Michael Fallis, whose market-stall roots give the shop a hands-on feel
- Varied vinyl-led stock, with CDs, T-shirts and accessories also noted
- A good stop for collectors, gift buyers and anyone who enjoys browsing physical music
- Friendly, conversational service and a setting shared with local artists, craftspeople and cafés
Summary
Fallguy Records is a welcome addition to Enniskillen’s independent retail scene: a record shop with genuine personality, a strong local setting and a stock mix that rewards proper browsing. Its move from market stall to permanent Buttermarket unit gives it a clear story, while its approachable atmosphere makes it useful for seasoned vinyl buyers and newer listeners alike. For anyone exploring Fermanagh, Enniskillen or Northern Ireland’s smaller record-shopping destinations, Fallguy Records is well worth building into the route.
